BenDeen Reupload (2017) ∙ Something Real Messed Up Happened To Me.

Summary

In this video, Ben Dean shares a terrifying personal experience. After a Thanksgiving livestream, he was held hostage in his home by a masked intruder with a knife. The intruder demanded all of Ben’s personal information, threatening him and his loved ones. Ben managed to escape after loosening his restraints and fighting back. The ordeal left him shaken, leading him to move to a new home and reevaluate his online presence to protect his privacy. Despite the trauma, Ben expresses his intention to return to YouTube soon, though things may change going forward.

Takeaways

• 😱 The creator experienced a terrifying and traumatic event where a man broke into his home with a knife and held him hostage.
• 🏠 He has since moved to a new house due to safety concerns and the trauma caused by the incident.
• ⏸️ This is the reason why he hasn’t uploaded videos for the past two weeks and essentially disappeared from the internet.
• 🪪 The intruder’s intention was to steal his identity, demanding personal information, including bank details and social media accounts.
• 🔪 The man threatened the creator's loved ones, including his girlfriend and parents, making him comply with the demands.
• ✂️ During the ordeal, the creator managed to slightly loosen the zip ties around his wrists, which allowed him to eventually escape.
• 🏃‍♂️ He escaped by grabbing a knife and a golf club, breaking free after a struggle, and seeking help from strangers on the street.
• 👮‍♂️ The police apprehended the suspect at the station, and the creator identified him, but the investigation is still ongoing.
• 💸 The ordeal has not only caused emotional trauma but also led to unexpected expenses related to moving and safety precautions.
• 🔐 Going forward, the creator will be more cautious about sharing personal information on his YouTube channel, avoiding revealing his location or private details.

Q & A

What happened to the speaker a few weeks ago that caused him to stop uploading videos?

The speaker experienced a traumatic event where a man broke into his house, held him hostage with a knife, and attempted to steal his identity.

Why did the speaker initially think the intruder's presence was a joke or prank?

The speaker thought it was a prank because the intruder was wearing a hat and mask, and the situation seemed surreal at first. He couldn’t believe it was real until the intruder made it clear that it wasn’t a joke.

What did the intruder want from the speaker during the break-in?

The intruder wanted to steal the speaker’s identity, including personal information such as bank details, social media accounts, past job experiences, and addresses.

Why did the speaker comply with the intruder's demands initially?

The speaker complied because the intruder had a knife and also knew where his girlfriend and parents lived, making him fear for their safety if he tried to resist.

How did the speaker manage to escape from the intruder?

The speaker loosened the zip ties around his wrists, waited for an opportunity when the intruder was distracted by the door, slipped out of the ties, grabbed a knife, and a golf club to defend himself. He then fought with the intruder and managed to flee to the street.

What happened when the speaker tried to fight off the intruder with a golf club?

The speaker hit the intruder with the golf club, but it broke on the first impact. The intruder was unfazed due to the adrenaline, and a struggle ensued before the speaker managed to escape.

What did the speaker do after escaping from his apartment?

After escaping, the speaker ran to the street and asked some people for help. They called the police, who arrived shortly after.

Was the intruder caught by the police, and how did the speaker identify him?

Yes, the police apprehended a suspect, and the speaker identified him at the police station through a one-way mirror.

How has this event affected the speaker mentally and emotionally?

The event left the speaker traumatized and paranoid, especially regarding his personal safety and the safety of his loved ones. He is now very cautious about revealing personal information online.

How has this incident impacted the speaker’s plans for creating content in the future?

The speaker plans to return to creating videos but will be more careful about sharing personal details, and certain types of content, like house tours or videos revealing his location, will no longer be possible.